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- Asia
- Philippines
- Boracay
Boracay
The tiny butterfly-shaped island of Boracay in the western
Visayas has been 'discovered' by trendy international sun-lovers,
and has become the Philippines' most popular beach destination.
Thousands have sung the praises of the white, talcum powder-fine
sand on a two-mile (4km) stretch of palm-studded beach, that is
said to glow at night, while the crystalline sea reflects the
colour of the unblemished blue sky. Despite its popularity Boracay
remains unspoilt, offering a range of about 350 hotels and
guesthouses, nightlife, good restaurants and a huge array of water
sports. The island's dress code is barefoot and informal, and the
transitory holiday population is truly international.
Information & Facts
Language
The official language of the Philippines is Filipino, but
English is widely spoken. Tagalog is the most predominant of the
many dialects or local languages spoken throughout the
islands.
Money
The currency of the Philippines is the Peso (PHP), which is
divided into 100 centavos. Major credit cards are widely accepted
in the cities and tourist destinations. Banks do not always accept
travellers cheques, but a receipt of purchase is useful. ATMs are
available in the major cities. US dollars are widely accepted in
Manila and other tourist areas and are the easiest currency to
exchange; otherwise Euros and Pounds Sterling can also be exchanged
in banks and hotels. Banks open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday,
but their ATMs are open 24 hours. It is best to carry pesos when
travelling outside of major centres.
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